16 Fashion Trends From The 2000s That Are BACK And We're Honestly Here For It
Remember when we all collectively agreed that low-rise jeans were a mistake? Yeah, well, turns out we were wrong. After spending roughly 47 years roasting the fashion choices of our youth, Gen Z has decided that actually, the early 2000s were peak style and we need to bring it ALL back. So buckle up, because your old Abercrombie & Fitch catalog is about to become your Pinterest board.
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Low-Rise Jeans (But Make It Intentional)
We spent an entire decade traumatized by the whale tail phenomenon, but apparently that was just method acting for fashion. Low-rise is back, and this time everyone's doing it on purpose with full awareness of what they're showing.
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Visible Thongs (Yes, Really)
The whale tail isn't just back—it's now a feature, not a fashion crime. TikTok girls are literally buying thongs in neon colors specifically to peek out of their pants. We've come full circle.
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Baby Tees
Crop tops that actually show your entire midriff are having their moment again, and honestly? They hit different when you're pairing them with vintage band merch and a healthy dose of Y2K nostalgia.
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Cargo Pants (But Make It Fashion)
Those massive pockets your parents thought were practical are now being styled by fashion influencers who act like they invented them. They're pairing them with heels. THE HEELS, PEOPLE.
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Bedazzled Everything
If it doesn't have rhinestones, is it even fashion? From jeans to phone cases to literally your face, the more sparkle, the better. Paris Hilton is somewhere smiling knowingly.
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Velour Tracksuits
The ultimate early 2000s power move has returned, and this time it comes with a side of irony and a very expensive price tag. Juicy Couture didn't die, it just evolved.
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Trucker Hats
Remember when Ashton Kutcher made these cool? They're back, and they're not going anywhere. Pair with a rhinestone baby tee for maximum Y2K energy.
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Popped Collars on Polos
This whole preppy vibe is making a major comeback, and yes, you're supposed to pop that collar. It screams "I'm going to Whole Foods and I'm very confident about it."
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Butterfly Clips and Hair Accessories
Tiny clips in your hair that serve absolutely no purpose? Chef's kiss. The more chaotic your hair clip situation, the more fashion-forward you look. Science.
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Chunky Highlights
That "skunk stripe" look your mom warned you about? It's officially cool now. Thick, bold, contrasting highlights are absolutely everywhere on social media.
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Pixie Sunglasses
Tiny sunglasses that barely cover your eyes are back, and they're giving major "I'm either a celebrity or trying very hard to be one" energy. Size doesn't matter—smaller is better.
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Bootcut Jeans
After years of skinny jeans choking the life out of our circulation, bootcut is the hero we needed. It's flattering, it's comfortable, and it makes your legs look incredible.
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Graphic Tees With Nonsensical Slogans
Remember when your shirt just had random words on it? Like "Juicy" or some picture of a dragon? Those are back and they're somehow more ironic than they were the first time.
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Layered Tank Tops
One tank top is fine, but three in different colors? That's fashion. The more layering, the more intentional your outfit looks, even if you got dressed in the dark.
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Oversized Sunglasses
If you can't hide at least 40% of your face behind your sunglasses, are they even fashion? These massive frames are absolutely dominating every street style photo.
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Dolphin Shorts
Those tiny running shorts from PE class are now luxury items. Style them with a sports bra or a bandeau and suddenly you're ready for your day. Who knew?
So there you have it—proof that fashion is basically a broken record, and every 20 years or so, we're all just going to rediscover that our parents were actually cool. The real question is: which trend are YOU bringing back? And more importantly, do you still have your old Juicy Couture tracksuit in a closet somewhere, because that's worth serious money now.